US20170042329A1 - Shelf for Storage Racks - Google Patents
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- the present invention relates generally to shelves for storage racks. More specifically, the present invention is a new and improved shelf that requires less materials to manufacture, and can be customized for varying weights. Therefore, the present invention is financially advantageous and also convenient since assembling the present invention takes minimal effort.
- Storage methods have changed over time in order to fulfil different storage needs.
- storage shelves are one of the most effective methods of storing items.
- Floor space savings and the ease of access to stored items are some of the main reasons that make storage shelves one of the most effective storage methods.
- storage shelves can have certain disadvantages too.
- the weight restrictions and difficulty in assembling are among the most significant disadvantages with existing shelves.
- the weight restrictions occur mainly due to the material the shelf is built from and the design of the shelf.
- a shelf manufactured from wood can hold more weight than a shelf that is manufactured from plastic.
- the use of metal shelves solves the limitation caused by weight.
- the use of metal can be financially disadvantageous.
- assembling metal shelves can be a time consuming process. Therefore, the need for a shelf that can be conveniently assembled and would also have minimum manufactural costs is clearly evident.
- Safety is another concern related to plastic shelves.
- the tendency for a free standing plastic shelf to lose stability is comparatively higher.
- the unstable nature of these shelves can damage not only the items stored on the shelf but can also injure a user in close proximity to the shelf.
- the objective of the present invention is to address the aforementioned issues.
- the present invention introduces a shelfing method which is convenient to assemble, financially advantageous, and can also hold varying weights with no additional modifications to the overall design of the product.
- the present invention requires minimal amount of material which is financially advantageous in the manufacturing process.
- the present invention provides a superior product using less materials, and provides a convenient way to increase the load bearing strength for the shelf on an as needed basis through the addition of detachable support members.
- FIG. 1 is a perspective view of the present invention.
- FIG. 2 is a bottom perspective view of the present invention.
- FIG. 3 is an exploded view of the present invention, wherein the planar body and the plurality of support beams is illustrated.
- FIG. 4 is a side view of the present invention, wherein the assembly of the planar body and the plurality of support beams is represented.
- FIG. 5 is a perspective view of the planar body of the present invention.
- FIG. 6 is a bottom perspective view of the planar body of the present invention.
- FIG. 7 is a perspective view of one of the plurality of support beams of the present invention.
- FIG. 8 is a top view of one of the plurality of support beams of the present invention.
- FIG. 9 is an exploded view of the present invention, wherein the planar body is attached to the plurality of support beams.
- the present invention introduces a new and improved shelf that can be used in storage racks and other comparable storage methods.
- the effective design allows the user to conveniently assemble the present invention and stack more items compared to traditional storage shelves.
- the supporting beams used in the present invention allows the user to add more items onto the shelf with no safety concerns.
- the present invention comprises a planar body 1 , a plurality of support beams 4 , a first beam receiving channel 10 , and a second beam receiving channel 11 .
- the planar body 1 in the preferred embodiment of the present invention is rectangular in shape. However, the shape of the planar body 1 can vary in different embodiments of the present invention.
- the planar body 1 comprises a load bearing surface 2 and a bottom surface 3 , wherein the bottom surface 3 is positioned opposite to the load bearing surface 2 .
- the plurality of support beams 4 is used to provide support to the planar body 1 which bears the weight of the items stacked on the load bearing surface 2 .
- the first beam receiving channel 10 and the second beam receiving channel 11 are positioned adjacent to the bottom surface 3 .
- the shape of the first beam receiving channel 10 and the second beam receiving channel 11 can vary in different embodiments of the present invention. In the preferred embodiment of the present invention, the first beam receiving channel 10 and the second beam receiving channel 11 is U-shaped. However, in another embodiment of the present invention the first beam receiving channel 10 and the second beam receiving channel 11 can be, but is not limited to being J-shaped.
- the first beam receiving channel 10 and the second beam receiving channel 11 is positioned such that the plurality of support beams 4 does not interfere with the items stored on the load bearing surface 2 .
- first beam receiving channel 10 and the second beam receiving channel 11 are positioned opposite to each other and across the bottom surface 3 and extends along the planar body 1 .
- the positioning of the first beam receiving channel 10 and the second beam receiving channel 11 help the weight of the items stored to be evenly distributed among the plurality of support beams 4 .
- the plurality of support beams 4 is oriented perpendicular to the first beam receiving channel 10 and the second beam receiving channel 11 .
- the plurality of support beams 4 is slidably positioned in between the first beam receiving channel 10 and the second beam receiving channel 11 . The slidable positioning allows the user to conveniently position each of the plurality of support beams 4 as required according to the weight of the items stored.
- the first beam receiving channel 10 and the second beam receiving channel 11 are appropriately sized to allow the plurality of support beams 4 to be repositioned conveniently as shown in FIG. 4 .
- each of the plurality of support beams 4 can vary in different embodiments of the present invention. However, the plurality of support beams 4 should be appropriately sized to fit within the first beam receiving channel 10 and the second beam receiving channel 11 . In the preferred embodiment of the present invention, each of the plurality of support beams 4 has an overall U-shape. As illustrated in FIG. 7 and FIG. 8 , each of the plurality of support beams 4 comprises a first end 5 , a second end 6 , and a body 7 , wherein the body 7 extends from the first end 5 to the second end 6 .
- the first end 5 is slidably positioned within the first beam receiving channel 10 .
- the second end 6 is being slidably positioned within the second beam receiving channel 11 .
- the length of the body 7 is such that the plurality of support beams 4 snugly fit in between the first beam receiving channel 10 and the second beam receiving channel 11 .
- each of the plurality of support beams 4 need to be secured in between the first beam receiving channel 10 and the second beam receiving channel 11 .
- each of the plurality of support beams 4 further comprises a first bolt opening 8 and a second bolt opening 9 .
- the first bolt opening 8 is positioned at the first end 5 and traverses through the body 7 .
- the second bolt opening 9 is positioned at the second end 6 and traverses through the body 7 .
- the first bolt opening 8 and the second bolt opening 9 are used to attach each of the plurality of support beams 4 to the first beam receiving channel 10 and the second beam receiving channel 11 .
- the present invention further comprises a first plurality of fastening points 12 and a second plurality of fastening points 13 . Both the first plurality of fastening points 12 and the second plurality of fastening points 13 are used to secure the plurality of support beams 4 . As mentioned before, the weight of the items stored on the load bearing surface 2 needs to be evenly distributed among the plurality of support beams 4 . In order to do so, the plurality of support beams 4 need to be positioned equidistantly. To position the plurality of support beams 4 equidistantly, the first plurality of fastening points 12 and the second plurality of fastening points 13 also need to be positioned appropriately.
- the first plurality of fastening points 12 is evenly distributed along the first beam receiving channel 10 .
- the second plurality of fastening points 13 is also evenly distributed along the second beam receiving channel 11 .
- the positioning is such that, each of the first plurality of fastening points 12 and a corresponding point from the second plurality of fastening points 13 are aligned as a pair of beam anchoring points 14 .
- each of the plurality of support beams 4 is mounted between the pair of beam anchoring points 14 .
- the pair of beam anchoring points 14 is a pair of bolt receiving holes 15 .
- each of the plurality of support beams 4 is positioned such that the first bolt opening 8 and the second bolt opening 9 is concentrically aligned with each of the pair of bolt receiving holes 15 .
- the present invention comprises a pair of bolts 16 for each of the plurality of support beams 4 .
- each of the plurality of support beams 4 is mounted between the pair of beam anchoring points 14 by the pair of bolts 16 . Since the pair of bolts 16 is inserted to the bolt receiving holes 15 opposite to the load bearing surface 2 , the pair of bolts 16 or other comparable fastener does not interfere with the items stored on the load bearing surface 2 .
- the present invention further comprises a plurality of perforations 17 that is distributed across the planar body 1 and traverses through the planar body 1 .
- the shape and size of the plurality of perforations 17 can vary in different embodiments of the present invention.
- the plurality of perforations 17 has many benefits to the present invention. As an example, the overall material volume needed to produce the present invention is reduced. Moreover, the plurality of perforations 17 is also beneficial when removing a liquid from the load bearing surface 2 .
- the plurality of support beams 4 is positioned in between the first beam receiving channel 10 and the second beam receiving channel 11 . More specifically, the first end 5 is slidably positioned within the first beam receiving channel 10 . Simultaneously, the second end 6 is slidably positioned within the second beam receiving channel 11 . Upon positioning the plurality of support beams 4 , the first bolt opening 8 and the second bolt opening 9 of each of the plurality of support beams 4 is aligned with the first plurality of fastening points 12 and the second plurality of fastening points 13 . Next, the plurality of support beams 4 is fastened to the first beam receiving channel 10 at the first plurality of fastening points 12 .
- the plurality of support beams 4 is also fastened to the second beam receiving channel 11 at the second plurality of fastening points 13 . If a considerably large weight is applied at the load bearing surface 2 , each of the first plurality of fastening points 12 and each of the second plurality of fastening points 13 can be used. However, if a considerably small weight is applied at the load bearing surface 2 a portion of the first plurality of fastening points 12 and a portion of the second plurality of fastening points 13 can be used. When the plurality of support beams 4 is successfully fastened to the planar body 1 , the assembly can be used on the appropriated storage rack.
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- The current application claims a priority to the U.S. Provisional Patent application Ser. No. 62/205,485 filed on Aug. 14, 2015. The current application is filed on Aug. 15, 2016 while Aug. 14, 2016 was on a weekend.
- The present invention relates generally to shelves for storage racks. More specifically, the present invention is a new and improved shelf that requires less materials to manufacture, and can be customized for varying weights. Therefore, the present invention is financially advantageous and also convenient since assembling the present invention takes minimal effort.
- Storage methods have changed over time in order to fulfil different storage needs. Among the many methods of storing, storage shelves are one of the most effective methods of storing items. Floor space savings and the ease of access to stored items are some of the main reasons that make storage shelves one of the most effective storage methods.
- However, storage shelves can have certain disadvantages too. The weight restrictions and difficulty in assembling are among the most significant disadvantages with existing shelves. The weight restrictions occur mainly due to the material the shelf is built from and the design of the shelf. As an example, a shelf manufactured from wood can hold more weight than a shelf that is manufactured from plastic. The use of metal shelves solves the limitation caused by weight. However, the use of metal can be financially disadvantageous. Moreover, assembling metal shelves can be a time consuming process. Therefore, the need for a shelf that can be conveniently assembled and would also have minimum manufactural costs is clearly evident.
- Safety is another concern related to plastic shelves. In other words, the tendency for a free standing plastic shelf to lose stability is comparatively higher. The unstable nature of these shelves can damage not only the items stored on the shelf but can also injure a user in close proximity to the shelf.
- The objective of the present invention is to address the aforementioned issues. In particular, the present invention introduces a shelfing method which is convenient to assemble, financially advantageous, and can also hold varying weights with no additional modifications to the overall design of the product. When comparing to traditional shelves, the present invention requires minimal amount of material which is financially advantageous in the manufacturing process. In other words, the present invention provides a superior product using less materials, and provides a convenient way to increase the load bearing strength for the shelf on an as needed basis through the addition of detachable support members.
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FIG. 1 is a perspective view of the present invention. -
FIG. 2 is a bottom perspective view of the present invention. -
FIG. 3 is an exploded view of the present invention, wherein the planar body and the plurality of support beams is illustrated. -
FIG. 4 is a side view of the present invention, wherein the assembly of the planar body and the plurality of support beams is represented. -
FIG. 5 is a perspective view of the planar body of the present invention. -
FIG. 6 is a bottom perspective view of the planar body of the present invention. -
FIG. 7 is a perspective view of one of the plurality of support beams of the present invention. -
FIG. 8 is a top view of one of the plurality of support beams of the present invention. -
FIG. 9 is an exploded view of the present invention, wherein the planar body is attached to the plurality of support beams. - All illustrations of the drawings are for the purpose of describing selected versions of the present invention and are not intended to limit the scope of the present invention.
- The present invention introduces a new and improved shelf that can be used in storage racks and other comparable storage methods. The effective design allows the user to conveniently assemble the present invention and stack more items compared to traditional storage shelves. The supporting beams used in the present invention allows the user to add more items onto the shelf with no safety concerns.
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FIGS. 1-3 ,FIG. 5 , andFIG. 6 the present invention comprises aplanar body 1, a plurality ofsupport beams 4, a firstbeam receiving channel 10, and a secondbeam receiving channel 11. Theplanar body 1 in the preferred embodiment of the present invention is rectangular in shape. However, the shape of theplanar body 1 can vary in different embodiments of the present invention. Theplanar body 1 comprises aload bearing surface 2 and abottom surface 3, wherein thebottom surface 3 is positioned opposite to theload bearing surface 2. The plurality ofsupport beams 4 is used to provide support to theplanar body 1 which bears the weight of the items stacked on theload bearing surface 2. In order to position the plurality ofsupport beams 4, the firstbeam receiving channel 10 and the secondbeam receiving channel 11 are positioned adjacent to thebottom surface 3. The shape of the firstbeam receiving channel 10 and the secondbeam receiving channel 11 can vary in different embodiments of the present invention. In the preferred embodiment of the present invention, the firstbeam receiving channel 10 and the secondbeam receiving channel 11 is U-shaped. However, in another embodiment of the present invention the firstbeam receiving channel 10 and the secondbeam receiving channel 11 can be, but is not limited to being J-shaped. The firstbeam receiving channel 10 and the secondbeam receiving channel 11 is positioned such that the plurality ofsupport beams 4 does not interfere with the items stored on theload bearing surface 2. Moreover, the firstbeam receiving channel 10 and the secondbeam receiving channel 11 are positioned opposite to each other and across thebottom surface 3 and extends along theplanar body 1. The positioning of the firstbeam receiving channel 10 and the secondbeam receiving channel 11 help the weight of the items stored to be evenly distributed among the plurality ofsupport beams 4. In order to do so, the plurality ofsupport beams 4 is oriented perpendicular to the firstbeam receiving channel 10 and the secondbeam receiving channel 11. Moreover, the plurality ofsupport beams 4 is slidably positioned in between the firstbeam receiving channel 10 and the secondbeam receiving channel 11. The slidable positioning allows the user to conveniently position each of the plurality ofsupport beams 4 as required according to the weight of the items stored. The firstbeam receiving channel 10 and the secondbeam receiving channel 11 are appropriately sized to allow the plurality ofsupport beams 4 to be repositioned conveniently as shown inFIG. 4 . - The shape and size of the plurality of
support beams 4 can vary in different embodiments of the present invention. However, the plurality ofsupport beams 4 should be appropriately sized to fit within the firstbeam receiving channel 10 and the secondbeam receiving channel 11. In the preferred embodiment of the present invention, each of the plurality ofsupport beams 4 has an overall U-shape. As illustrated inFIG. 7 andFIG. 8 , each of the plurality ofsupport beams 4 comprises afirst end 5, asecond end 6, and abody 7, wherein thebody 7 extends from thefirst end 5 to thesecond end 6. As mentioned before when the plurality ofsupport beams 4 is positioned in between the firstbeam receiving channel 10 and the secondbeam receiving channel 11, thefirst end 5 is slidably positioned within the firstbeam receiving channel 10. On the other hand, thesecond end 6 is being slidably positioned within the secondbeam receiving channel 11. The length of thebody 7 is such that the plurality ofsupport beams 4 snugly fit in between the firstbeam receiving channel 10 and the secondbeam receiving channel 11. - For a sturdy structure, the plurality of
support beams 4 need to be secured in between the firstbeam receiving channel 10 and the secondbeam receiving channel 11. In order to do so, each of the plurality ofsupport beams 4 further comprises afirst bolt opening 8 and asecond bolt opening 9. Thefirst bolt opening 8 is positioned at thefirst end 5 and traverses through thebody 7. Similarly, the second bolt opening 9 is positioned at thesecond end 6 and traverses through thebody 7. Thefirst bolt opening 8 and the second bolt opening 9 are used to attach each of the plurality ofsupport beams 4 to the firstbeam receiving channel 10 and the secondbeam receiving channel 11. - The present invention further comprises a first plurality of fastening points 12 and a second plurality of fastening points 13. Both the first plurality of fastening points 12 and the second plurality of fastening points 13 are used to secure the plurality of support beams 4. As mentioned before, the weight of the items stored on the
load bearing surface 2 needs to be evenly distributed among the plurality of support beams 4. In order to do so, the plurality ofsupport beams 4 need to be positioned equidistantly. To position the plurality ofsupport beams 4 equidistantly, the first plurality of fastening points 12 and the second plurality of fastening points 13 also need to be positioned appropriately. In doing so, the first plurality of fastening points 12 is evenly distributed along the firstbeam receiving channel 10. Similarly, the second plurality of fastening points 13 is also evenly distributed along the secondbeam receiving channel 11. The positioning is such that, each of the first plurality of fastening points 12 and a corresponding point from the second plurality of fastening points 13 are aligned as a pair of beam anchoring points 14. When positioning the plurality ofsupport beams 4, each of the plurality ofsupport beams 4 is mounted between the pair of beam anchoring points 14. In the preferred embodiment of the present invention, the pair of beam anchoring points 14 is a pair of bolt receiving holes 15. As shown inFIG. 9 , each of the plurality ofsupport beams 4 is positioned such that thefirst bolt opening 8 and the second bolt opening 9 is concentrically aligned with each of the pair of bolt receiving holes 15. - In order to be used with the pair of
bolt receiving holes 15 the present invention comprises a pair ofbolts 16 for each of the plurality of support beams 4. When the pair ofbolts 16 is in use, each of the plurality ofsupport beams 4 is mounted between the pair of beam anchoring points 14 by the pair ofbolts 16. Since the pair ofbolts 16 is inserted to thebolt receiving holes 15 opposite to theload bearing surface 2, the pair ofbolts 16 or other comparable fastener does not interfere with the items stored on theload bearing surface 2. - The present invention further comprises a plurality of
perforations 17 that is distributed across theplanar body 1 and traverses through theplanar body 1. The shape and size of the plurality ofperforations 17 can vary in different embodiments of the present invention. The plurality ofperforations 17 has many benefits to the present invention. As an example, the overall material volume needed to produce the present invention is reduced. Moreover, the plurality ofperforations 17 is also beneficial when removing a liquid from theload bearing surface 2. - When utilizing the present invention, the following process flow is generally followed. Initially, the plurality of
support beams 4 is positioned in between the firstbeam receiving channel 10 and the secondbeam receiving channel 11. More specifically, thefirst end 5 is slidably positioned within the firstbeam receiving channel 10. Simultaneously, thesecond end 6 is slidably positioned within the secondbeam receiving channel 11. Upon positioning the plurality ofsupport beams 4, thefirst bolt opening 8 and the second bolt opening 9 of each of the plurality ofsupport beams 4 is aligned with the first plurality of fastening points 12 and the second plurality of fastening points 13. Next, the plurality ofsupport beams 4 is fastened to the firstbeam receiving channel 10 at the first plurality of fastening points 12. Similarly, the plurality ofsupport beams 4 is also fastened to the secondbeam receiving channel 11 at the second plurality of fastening points 13. If a considerably large weight is applied at theload bearing surface 2, each of the first plurality of fastening points 12 and each of the second plurality of fastening points 13 can be used. However, if a considerably small weight is applied at the load bearing surface 2 a portion of the first plurality of fastening points 12 and a portion of the second plurality of fastening points 13 can be used. When the plurality ofsupport beams 4 is successfully fastened to theplanar body 1, the assembly can be used on the appropriated storage rack. - Although the invention has been explained in relation to its preferred embodiment, it is to be understood that many other possible modifications and variations can be made without departing from the spirit and scope of the invention as hereinafter claimed.
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